What are plastic surgery complications?
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Plastic surgery is defined as a medical procedure that is performed to change the appearance of the body. As with any medical procedure, such as plastic surgery, there is a chance that undesired side effects or complications may occur.
Some individuals are more likely to experience side effects from plastic surgery than others. Factors influencing a person's likelihood of experiencing side effects from plastic surgery include genetic factors as well as lifestyle factors. A negative reaction by the immune system to a plastic surgery implant is an example of a genetic factor. Smoking is an example of a lifestyle factor. To varying degrees, these factors may impact the likelihood of developing undesired side effects.
To reduce the chances of undesired side effects of plastic surgery, it is important that patients only allow doctors that have received certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) to perform the procedures. The ABPS provides a list of certified doctors to individuals who complete a free registration on the website. In addition, the doctor should have the patient sign a form that documents informed consent. By signing an informed consent form, the patient documents that they have discussed the benefits as well as risks of the plastic surgery procedure with the plastic surgeon. Patients should never sign an informed consent form until all of their questions have been answered, and they completely understand the possible risks and benefits of the procedure.
Patients should understand that there is always a possibility that their bodies will not respond well to plastic surgery. Short-term side effects, such as swelling of the area, may occur. Some patients may experience long-term or permanent side effects, such as scarring or discoloration of the area. Also, patients should have reasonable expectations of how their appearance may change in desired and undesired ways after the procedure. Many plastic surgery complications are unavoidable and may occur even under ideal circumstances.
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Plastic surgery is defined as a medical procedure that is performed to change the appearance of the body. As with any medical procedure, such as plastic surgery, there is a chance that undesired side effects or complications may occur.Some... More -
Dr. Stuart Linder answered:Complications of plastic surgery are similar to those of many other surgical specialties. First, bleeding or a hematoma is the most common complication after any surgery occurring 1-2% of the time after surgery. Infection is the second most common problem that we encounter as plastic surgeons. Other complications may include edema, skin loss, loss of sensitivity to the skin, fat atrophy, deep venous thrombus, pulmonary embolus, and death. Anesthetic risks from either intravenous sedation or general inhalant anesthesia must also be considered. The risks of surgical complications are relatively low compared to the number of surgeries that are performed by Board Certified Plastic surgeons in the United States.
Complications of plastic surgery are similar to those of many other surgical specialties. First, bleeding or a hematoma is the most common complication after any surgery occurring 1-2% of the time after surgery. Infection is the second most common... More
